1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 112 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Chevelle | 911 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3768 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1389 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |